Private Client Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – City of London
Position: Private Client Solicitor
Location: City of London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Firm
Our client is a highly regarded Legal 500 firm with a well-established Private Client team that is known for delivering exceptional client service. With a presence in the City of London, the firm offers expert legal advice to high-net-worth individuals, families, and trustees on a range of private client matters. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that values professional development, career progression, and a collaborative working environment.
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented Private Client Solicitor to join this prestigious team. The successful candidate will handle a high-quality caseload covering all aspects of private client law, including but not limited to:
* Wills drafting and estate planning
* Trust creation, administration, and management
* Inheritance tax planning
* Probate and estate administration
* Lasting Powers of Attorney matters
* Advising high-net-worth individuals and families, often with cross-border elements
You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs, business owners, and international clients, ensuring that their wealth is structured and protected efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a varied caseload of private client matters
* Providing strategic advice on estate planning and wealth preservation
* Handling complex probate and estate administration cases
* Drafting and reviewing wills, trusts, and associated legal documents
* Collaborating with tax advisors and financial planners to provide a holistic service to clients
* Engaging in business development activities to grow the department’s client base
Requirements
* Previous experience at a well-regarded law firm
* Expertise in advising high-net-worth clients on estate planning and tax-efficient wealth structuring
* Experience with complex wills, trusts, probate, and inheritance tax planning
* Exceptional client management and communication skills
* STEP membership (or working towards it) is highly desirable
* Strong business development skills with a proactive approach to networking
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What’s on Offer?
* Competitive salary with excellent benefits
* Hybrid working model with flexibility
* Clear career progression within a highly reputable firm
* Access to high-value and complex private client work
* A supportive and dynamic team environment
* Regular training and professional development opportunities
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and ambitious Private Client Solicitor looking to join a Legal 500 firm in the heart of London, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.